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The two of them were busy in the yard. Li Xiangqian taught Xiaozhi how to build a shed, and taught him step by step how to tie the bamboo poles with ropes and reinforce them with wires. Although the whole process was time-consuming, with Xiaozhi's help, time seemed to pass much faster. While helping, Xiaozhi chattered with Li Xiangqian about interesting things at school, and his voice was full of the innocence and joy unique to children. Li Xiangqian had been under a lot of pressure these days, and listening to Xiaozhi's words, he seemed to be relaxed for a while.

Just as the two were busy, He's mother came over with a bowl of tea and said with concern: "Xiang Qian, Xiao Zhi, you two should take a break. It's very hot today. Don't get heat stroke." She handed over the tea and looked at Li Xiang Qian's busy figure. She couldn't help but sighed, "Xiang Qian, you really put your heart into such hard work of building a shed. Why bother so much? The cucumbers will grow well."

Li Xiangqian took the tea, gulped down a few mouthfuls, and said with a smile: "Sister-in-law, once this shed is built, the cucumbers will grow better, and maybe even more. If we work harder, the harvest will naturally be good." As he spoke, he continued to carefully wrap the wire around the bamboo pole, with an extremely cautious technique, not daring to be careless at all. He knew that his body would not allow him to make any more mistakes, and the shed had to be built in one go, without any mistakes.

Xiao Zhi finished his tea and ran back to Li Xiangqian, his eyes full of anticipation, "Uncle Li, what else are we going to do?"

Li Xiangqian touched his head and said with a smile, "Next, let's put the plastic sheet on. This way, the shed will be mostly completed." He picked up a roll of transparent plastic sheet from the side, handed one end to Xiaozhi, and held the other end himself. The two of them slowly unfolded the plastic sheet and carefully spread it on the roof. The sun shone through the plastic sheet, casting a warm light, and the entire cucumber field was instantly shrouded in soft light and shadow.

They fixed the plastic sheet on the bamboo poles and tightened the edges to ensure that it would not be blown away by the wind. Every step was taken with great caution, as if they were building a small "home" for the cucumber seedlings. During this process, Li Xiangqian gradually calmed down and felt a sense of stability and satisfaction, as if this shed was not only for the cucumber seedlings, but also a spiritual haven for himself.

Before they knew it, the shed was finally built. Li Xiangqian and Xiaozhi stood in front of the shed, looking at the results in front of them, and they both smiled at the same time. Xiaozhi said excitedly: "Uncle Li, when the cucumbers grow up, we can pick them in this shed and eat them, right?" He looked at Li Xiangqian expectantly, as if he had already seen those fresh cucumbers hanging on the branches.

Li Xiangqian smiled and nodded, with a deep light in his eyes. He knew that this shed was not only a symbol of hope, but also a testimony to his hard work. Although his body was still aching, he felt a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment at the moment. "Xiaozhi, when the cucumbers grow, we will definitely pick them together. Then I'll let you taste the cucumbers grown by Uncle Li. I guarantee they will taste better than those outside."

Xiao Zhi jumped up happily, his eyes full of longing for the future. He held Li Xiangqian's hand and said excitedly: "Uncle Li, I will definitely help you pick cucumbers when the time comes, and we will enjoy eating together!" His childlike innocence and vitality infected Li Xiangqian, and he also unconsciously felt a warmth in his heart.

When night fell, He's mother prepared a sumptuous dinner for them to celebrate the successful construction of the shed. Several people sat in the yard, and the simple meal exuded an attractive aroma under the light. Li Xiangqian looked at everything in front of him and silently made a wish in his heart: I hope this cucumber field can bring a good harvest, and I hope I can persevere during these difficult days and make more contributions to this warm family.

Li Xiangqian built the shed and felt a little relieved, but he also knew that no matter how solid the shed was and how well the seedlings grew, his body might not be able to hold out. In the past few days, the stinging feeling became more and more intense. Every time it occurred, he would sweat on his forehead and cold sweat would slide down his cheeks, but he always gritted his teeth and held on, fearing that the He family would notice something. Now that the shed was built and the seedlings were gradually adapting to the environment, he felt that it was time to arrange some things.

Back in the house, Li Xiangqian lowered his head and thought, since the shed has been built, the next thing is to water, weed, and prevent insects. Although these farm tasks are not complicated, they require continuous attention and maintenance, especially the prevention of insects. If you relax a little, pests may harm the cucumber seedlings and even destroy the entire field. He thought again, once he goes to see a doctor, it may be a few days at the shortest, or even more than ten days at the longest. If he doesn't make arrangements in advance, the maintenance of the cucumber seedlings during this period will become a problem.

He sat on a small stool in the yard, thinking for a moment, and gradually came up with an idea. He's mother has been busy in the yard for a while. Although she is not young, she is more than capable of taking care of a few cucumber seedlings. Although Xiaozhi is young, he has shown great enthusiasm for growing cucumbers. Maybe he can help with some simple work. Thinking of this, Li Xiangqian smiled.

He walked into the house and saw Mother He busy picking vegetables, so he walked over and coughed lightly, pretending to be relaxed and said, "Sister-in-law, I want to go to town to do some work these days, so I may have to be gone for a few days. I'll have to trouble you to take care of the cucumber seedlings in the shed."

He's mother was startled, she put down the work in her hands, looked up at him with some concern, "Xiang Qian, are you feeling unwell? You haven't looked well these days, why do you want to go to town now? Why don't you take a rest and don't get too tired."

Li Xiangqian felt a little warm in his heart, smiled to hide his feelings, and said, "Sister-in-law, don't worry, I just have some small things to deal with, I'll be fine when I get back. I've taken care of the cucumber seedlings and built a shed, so watering and weeding won't be difficult. Besides, Xiaozhi can help you, let's teach him together, maybe Xiaozhi can grow a large cucumber field in the future!"

His words were a bit of a lighthearted joke, and He's mother relaxed a little after hearing it, with a hint of a smile on her face, "That's right, Xiaozhi has always said that he wants to learn how to grow vegetables from you. If he really learns it one day, it will be considered a skill."

Even so, there was still some hesitation in her eyes, as if she was still not at ease with him leaving alone. Li Xiangqian saw her worry and whispered, "Sister-in-law, I know you are worried, but I can really handle this matter. Let's not talk about other things first. We should go to the town as soon as possible so that we won't delay it in the future. Besides, you can see that the cucumbers are growing well. If they grow well, the harvest will not be bad."